India, Nov. 25 -- Comedy is a serious business, at least when it comes to the money generated by it. The top stand-up comics and comedic actors in the world rake in millions every year from their films, TV shows, and live acts. In fact, one comedian - the richest in the world - has been cashing residual checks for a show that ended almost three decades ago. That alone earns him more than superstars like Tom Cruise and Shah Rukh Khan, and has helped him become a billionaire over the years. (Also read: World's richest actor has only one hit but $1.4 billion net worth, is richer than Tom Cruise and Shah Rukh Khan)

Jerry Seinfeld, the stand-up comedian and actor best known for his iconic sitcom Seinfeld, is the richest comedian in the world....